MECH 415 — Applied Solid Mechanics

Fundamentals and applications of elasticity theory and thermoelasticity. Introduction to plasticity, viscoelasticity, fracture mechanics, fatigue, and creep, as well as concepts of composite materials. Introduction to material testing methods for characterizing mechanical behaviour. Applied stress analysis techniques with emphasis on the finite element method.

• Credits: 4
• Faculty: Faculty of Engineering
• Department: Mechanical Engineering
• Prerequisite: CIVE 207